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Cayetano Park

4.5 ★★★★★ 302 Google reviews · Running trail in Livermore, California · Posted hours

Runner's snapshot

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Confirmed from Cayetano Park's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.

ShadedScenicDog-friendlyStroller / ADAHillyRestroomsWaterTrailhead parking

Community park with ball fields, play areas, lots of open space, trails & scenic hilltop views.

What runners say about Cayetano Park

Pulled from public reviews of this trail (302 of them) — the things people bring up again and again, in their own words. Nothing here is written by us.

well-maintained 6 mentions

“There is also a 🐕 park, and a huge field for all sports activity and kids playground, well maintained.”

🏞️ beautiful scenery 7 mentions

“Additionally, a gorgeous view from up on the hill, plus a long trail on top with amazing views and beautiful wildflowers.”

🌳 shaded & cool 3 mentions

“Has shade covers over BBQ and some others by the play ground would highly recommend for some fun time outside”

Huge, modern park with lots of grass activity fields for running, kickball, free play, as well as a basketball court, large baseball/soccer field with stands for spectators. Older & younger kids' playgrounds. Sand pit. Bathrooms are clean & have running water and soap. Sometimes hard to find parking spots.

★★★★☆ — It'S , Oct 2023

Amazing little park with gorgeous views of the city and the mountains. Perfect for little kids and family picnics. If you feel like hiking a bit, there are trails the right at the back. I really hope visitors play their part in keeping this little gem clean and safe!

★★★★★ — Ajmal , May 2024

Great dog park - small and large sections! Good grass and lots of fun with many dogs big and small. The park is divided up into small and big dog sections. There’s also a very large patch of grass plus the large soccer field and playground for the kids. Decent bathrooms too.

★★★★★ — Miss , Oct 2019

There is a trail which goes right by the park. Amazing views of Livermore from the trail which goes to the top of a mountain and down again. Small grade and recommended for new as well as experienced trekkers. Great place for a walk with your partner or dog!

★★★★☆ — Abhishek , Feb 2019

Excerpts from public Google reviews. Read all 302 reviews →

Trail conditions & character

What this trail is actually like underfoot and overhead, taken from its own listing and from reviews. Each one links to every other trail with the same character. Busy or quiet is reported as a plain fact, not a plus or a minus — a runner heading out alone at dawn often wants company on the path, and someone running intervals wants an empty one.

🐕 Dog-friendly 23 mentions

“) Lots of grassy area for running around, a dog park on the other side of the field, and also, since it’s big, there are many paved paths for biking.”

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🏞️ Scenic views 22 mentions

“Additionally, a gorgeous view from up on the hill, plus a long trail on top with amazing views and beautiful wildflowers.”

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⛰️ Hills / elevation 12 mentions

“Additionally, a gorgeous view from up on the hill, plus a long trail on top with amazing views and beautiful wildflowers.”

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🚻 Restrooms 5 mentions

“The Pack have upgraded kids playground with the chairs and tables have restrooms have the best view of the city.”

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🌳 Shaded / tree cover 3 mentions

“Has shade covers over BBQ and some others by the play ground would highly recommend for some fun time outside”

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🅿️ Trailhead parking 3 mentions

“Really nice park for sports, turf requires reservations, limited parking, has a playground”

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🚰 Water fountains

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Stroller / ADA accessible

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Plan your run at Cayetano Park

The practical stuff

  • AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
  • DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
  • ShadeRunners describe real tree cover here — it makes a summer afternoon workable
  • At the trailheadparking, restrooms, water — reported by runners
  • DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
  • Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
  • Websitelarpd.org
  • Phone+1 925-373-5700
  • Social Instagram · Facebook

Hours

Monday 9 am–9 pm
Tuesday 9 am–9 pm
Wednesday 9 am–9 pm
Thursday 9 am–9 pm
Friday 9 am–9 pm
Saturday 9 am–9 pm
Sunday 9 am–9 pm

Posted hours for the park or trailhead. Gates and parking lots often close earlier than the trail itself, and seasonal hours change — worth a check before a pre-dawn or after-dark run.

Where to find Cayetano Park

698 Portola Ave, Livermore, CA 94551

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Listing verified July 2026 from public records, the trail's own website and runner reviews. Trail conditions change — paths flood, gates close at dusk, and shaded woods stay muddy for days after rain. Something out of date? Report a correction. Manage this trail? Send us the details — it is free.